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Examining the Future of the Republican Party Post Trump? Look No Further than Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 24, 2020
When Donald Trump is no longer in the White House, what will the future of the Republican Party look like? Michael Pope reports that Virginia might offer a first look.
Republicans Face an Uphill Battle When it Comes to Challenging Tim Kaine
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 13, 2018
Corey Stewart, who nearly beat out Ed Gillespie for the Republican gubernatorial nomination last year, leads among GOP Senate hopefuls in a recent poll from Christopher Newport University. However, 66% of party respondents to that poll said they are undecided on who they will vote for in the June primary. (Credit: Richmond Tea Party / Flickr)
Voters are only a few months away from primary elections that will shape the 2018 race. But, Republicans are having a hard time attracting candidates who can raise enough money to take on Senator Tim Kaine. Michael Pope has details.
Will Republicans Unite Behind Ed Gillespie?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 23, 2017
Ed Gillespie, right, seen with primary challenger Corey Stewart during a debate earlier this year. Stewart came very close to pulling off an upset against the former Republican National Committee chairman in the Republican gubernatorial primary earlier this month. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
The Republican primary for governor revealed deep divisions inside the Virginia GOP. Will those divisions become a liability this fall? Or will Republicans unite behind their ticket? Michael Pope has this perspective from deep inside the party.
Not All GOP Members Deny Climate Change. But They’re Still the Minority
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 18, 2017
Congressman Scott Taylor, R-Virginia Beach, says that rising sea levels are having an impact in his district, and he worries what President Trump’s proposed cuts to NOAA may mean for the area. (Credit: Steve Helber / AP)
Some Virginia Republicans are calling attention to sea level rise because it’s impacting their coastal districts. Matt Laslo reports they’re in the minority in their party.
Republican Leaders Want to Limit Welfare in Areas With High Unemployment
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Uncategorized on December 21, 2016
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Looking ahead to the General Assembly session next month, Republicans are hoping to crack down on welfare abuse. As Michael Pope reports, one of the items on their agenda is increasing work requirements for people receiving public assistance.
Comstock is First Prominant Virginia Republican to Ask Trump to Step Aside
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 10, 2016
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Republicans across Virginia are struggling to figure out how to handle their relationship with Donald Trump in the wake of his hot mic moment on the Access Hollywood bus. So far, only one prominent Republican is calling for the candidate to step down. Michael Pope has more.
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From NPR News- Chris Cuomo, newly fired from CNN, faces an allegation of sexual misconduct December 5, 2021"My client came forward at this time because she felt in sharing her story and related documentation, she could help protect other women," said attorney Debra Katz on Sunday.
- Bob Dole, longtime GOP senator and 1996 presidential nominee, dies December 5, 2021After recovering from wounds suffered in World War II, Dole went on to represent Kansas in Congress for more than 30 years.
- At least 13 people are dead after volcano erupts on the Indonesian island of Java December 5, 2021Mount Semeru, located on Indonesia's most densely populated island, spewed thick columns of ash more than 40,000 feet into the sky, and sent searing gas and lava flowing down its slopes.
- Pope Francis returns to Lesbos, Greece and pleads for action on migrant crisis December 5, 2021Francis returned to Lesbos, an island that has been at the heart of a massive wave of migration to Europe, and called on nations to end "this shipwreck of civilization."
- Thomas Gavin might be America's most prolific artifact thief — but the jig is up December 5, 2021Thomas Gavin went on a tear in the '60s and '70s, hitting nearly a dozen museums on the East Coast. He mostly stole antique firearms and stashed them in his hideout — a barn in rural Pennsylvania.
- Chris Cuomo, newly fired from CNN, faces an allegation of sexual misconduct December 5, 2021
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- Covid: Travel changes too late to halt potential new wave - scientist December 5, 2021The return of pre-departure Covid tests for travellers to the UK will come into force on Tuesday.
- Bob Dole: Biden leads tributes to a 'dear friend' December 5, 2021Tributes have been paid across the US political divide to the late Republican leader Bob Dole.
- Military truck rams into group of Myanmar protesters in Yangon December 5, 2021Several people have been injured during a demonstration against the country's military rulers.
- Mobo Awards honour Dave, Little Simz and Ghetts December 5, 2021Dave wins best album and Little Simz wins best female at the first full Mobo ceremony since 2017.
- Manchester Arena attack: Families 'disgusted' by memorial trespassing December 5, 2021Fences at a site dedicated to the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack were pulled down on Sunday.
- Covid: Travel changes too late to halt potential new wave - scientist December 5, 2021
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